Figurehead

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
American 20th Century

Artist

The sculpture is a bust of a woman with a serene expression. She has two long braids, large golden hoop earrings, warm brown skin with red blush on her cheeks, and is adorned in a combination of red and blue attire. The sculpture is crafted from wood, featuring visible wood grains and textures. The artwork depicts a traditional or historical figure in a classic bust format, slightly larger than life-size.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 53 x 35.3 cm (20 7/8 x 13 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9887

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535048

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